2015 Volkswagen Beetle 1.4L Petrol · KM15 HYP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy; the September 2025 test at 57,535 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating the recent maintenance trend is stable and has resolved the earlier minor failure. The brief failure recorded on 29 August 2024 at 46,151 miles was rectified within six days, as evidenced by the subsequent pass on 5 September 2024 at 46,343 miles, suggesting the issue was isolated and addressed promptly. Mileage accumulation has been modest for an 11‑year‑old Beetle, averaging roughly 5,200 miles per year. The gap between the August 2023 test (37,275 miles) and the August 2024 failure (46,151 miles) shows a steady increase of about 8,876 miles over roughly 12 months, while the year‑long span from August 2024 to September 2025 added 11,384 miles. This pattern reflects light overall usage, with no sudden spikes that would indicate aggressive driving or heavy commercial operation. The MOT record is clean and sparsely populated, which simplifies the assessment of wear trends. A prospective buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, check the brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding, and examine the exhaust system for corrosion. Given the vehicle’s age, a thorough visual inspection for structural rust around the wheel arches and underbody is advisable, as is assessing tyre tread depth and condition of wiper blades. The battery and fluid levels should be verified, and any signs of oil leakage or coolant contamination noted, to ensure the low‑mileage history has not masked underlying component fatigue.